Old-Fashioned Carrot Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

• Carrots: 300 grams (peeled and chopped)
• All-purpose flour: 250 grams
• Walnuts: 100 grams (chopped)
• Butter: 200 grams (softened)
• Sugar: 150 grams
• Eggs: 4
• Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
• Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
• Salt: ½ teaspoon
• Cream cheese frosting (optional)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 45 minutes (including baking time)
• Cooking Time: 35 minutes at 350°F (175°C)

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the chopped carrots, flour, walnuts, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
3. In another bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one by one and mix well after each addition.
4. Add the carrot mixture to the butter-sugar mixture and stir until combined.
5. Pour the mixture into a greased and floured cake pan.
6. Bake for 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting (optional).
8. Serve with cream cheese frosting or your favorite icing.

Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming the cake is cut into 8 pieces) Calories: Approximately 450 calories per serving (without frosting) Fat: 20 grams Carbohydrates: 60 grams Protein: 6 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Classic American dessert with a rich carrot flavor and a soft, moist texture.
• The combination of carrots and walnuts adds a unique and delicious crunch.
• The optional cream cheese frosting adds a rich and creamy element to balance the cake's natural flavors.

User Comments:

1. "This carrot cake is fantastic! The perfect balance of flavors and texture."
2. "Love the combination of carrots and walnuts, adds a unique dimension to the classic carrot cake."
3. "The cream cheese frosting was a great addition, made the cake even more delicious."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to peel and chop the carrots for a more even bake and distribution of flavor.
• Use fresh ingredients for best results. If possible, use organic ingredients for a more natural flavor.
• Adjust the baking time according to your oven's specifications and until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.